Epiphany of Our Lord Church

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1 Epiphany of Our Lord Church The Epiphany of The Lord January 4, 2015 Epiphany of Our Lord Church - January 4, 2015 Page 1

2 Epiphany Proclamation 2015 While a day like Christmas is fixed in our minds and on the calendars on December 25th, many of the important feasts of the Church year move, based upon the date that Easter is set. Easter changes each year moving to the Sunday after the "Paschal Full Moon," and can fall between March 22 and April 25. In ancient times before calendars were common, most people did not know the dates for the upcoming Liturgical Year. On Epiphany Sunday, the upcoming dates were "proclaimed" after the gospel in this way: Dear brothers and sisters, the glory of the Lord has shone upon us, and shall ever be manifest among us, until the day of his return. Through the rhythms of times and seasons let us celebrate the mysteries of salvation. Let us recall the year's culmination, the Easter Triduum of the Lord: his last supper, his crucifixion, his burial, and his rising celebrated between the evening of the Second day of April and the evening of the Fourth day of April, Easter Sunday being on the Fifth day of April. Each Easter -- as on each Sunday -- the Holy Church makes present the great and saving deed by which Christ has for ever conquered sin and death. From Easter are reckoned all the days we keep holy. Ash Wednesday, the beginning of Lent, will occur on the Eighteenth day of February. The Ascension of the Lord will be commemorated on the Fourteenth day of May. Pentecost, joyful conclusion of the season of Easter, will be celebrated on the Twenty-fourth day of May. And, this year the First Sunday of Advent will be on the Twenty-ninth day of November. Likewise the pilgrim Church proclaims the passover of Christ in the feasts of the holy Mother of God, in the feasts of the Apostles and Saints, and in the commemoration of the faithful departed. To Jesus Christ, who was, who is, and who is to come, Lord of time and history, be endless praise, for ever and ever. Amen. Epiphany of Our Lord Church - January 4, 2015 Page 2

3 The Twelve Days of Christmas The song The Twelve Days of Christmas began as a way Catholics in England taught the faith to their children in the period when they were forbidden to practice their religion ( ). Several schemas link doctrine to the twelve days. A schema is a pattern imposed on a complex reality or experience to assist in explaining it. A Partridge stands for Christ, who gathers his own under his wings-god s first gift. Two turtledoves represent the sacrifice of the Jewish family at the birth of a son, or the two testaments of the Bible. Three French hens symbolize the gifts of the Magi, the persons of the Trinity, or faith, hope and love. Four calling birds remind us of the four Evangelists - Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. Five golden rings suggest the first five books of the Old Testament, the Torah (Hebrew) or Pentateuch (Greek). Six geese suggest the six days of the week when humanity labors. Seven swans remind us of the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit. Eight maids represent the people saved in the Ark or the eight beatitudes. Nine ladies represent the fruits of the Holy Spirit or the nine ranks of angels. Ten lords stand for the Ten Commandments. Eleven pipers represent the eleven apostles who were faithful. Twelve drummers remind us of the articles of the Apostles Creed, or the gates of heaven or the tribes of Israel. The twelve Days of Christmas start with December 26 and end on January 6. The first mention of this period dates to Ephrem Syrus at the end of the fourth century; in 567, the Council of Tours declared these twelve days as a festal period. Feast of the Epiphany - the Magi bearing gifts The Gospel tells us that some wise men came from the East, following the star. It seems that their steps or their vision may have faltered, albeit momentarily, along the way. For we hear that they have stopped first, not at Bethlehem but Jerusalem. In Jerusalem, they meet Herod. Like them, he is a king. Unlike them, he is closed to the idea of a Saviour who might challenge his power and might. Yet, the Magi are committed to their search. Herod's obstinance will not hinder their journey. The Gospel concludes, telling us that they returned home "a different way." Perhaps the route was different, determined as they may have been to avoid Herod and his mischief. Yet, not only the path but also the pilgrims were "a different way." They had come to the manger as wise men bearing gifts. They leave the stable with gifts beyond measure, for they have seen God. St. John Chrysostem tells us: "If the Magi had come in search of an earthly King, they would have been disconcerted at finding that they had taken the trouble to come such a long way for nothing. Consequently, they would have neither adored nor offered gifts. But since they sought a heavenly King, though they found in Him no signs of royal pre-eminence, yet, content with the testimony of the star alone, they adored: for they saw a man, and they acknowledged a God." Art and Environment We thank all the volunteers who donated their valuable time and talent to help decorate the Christmas Nativity Crib and the Church sanctuary. First Penance The Sacrament of First Penance will be celebrated on Thursday, Jan. 8, at 7 p.m. in the Church. Families are asked to be seated by 6:45 p.m. Please pray for the children as they prepare to receive God s mercy, forgiveness and grace in the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Catholic Schools Week Open House Sunday, Jan. 25, p.m. 3 p.m. If you would like to schedule an individual tour of the school, please call the school office at (610) Epiphany of Our Lord Church - January 4, 2015 Page 3

4 Holy Rosary Regional Catholic School 3040 Walton Road, Plymouth Meeting, PA (610) NEW STUDENT REGISTRATION Tuesday, Jan. 13, 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 14, 8-10 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 22, 1-3 p.m. *Child must be at least age 5 by 9/1/2015 to register for Kindergarten. Child must be at least age 6 by 9/1/2015 to register for Grade 1. To complete the application process, the parent/guardian will need to provide copies of the following: Birth Certificate Certificate of Baptism If your child has received additional sacraments, we must have their complete dates Immunization Record Registration Fee $75 per student Letter of subsidy payment from your pastor, if applicable Custody Papers, if applicable If your child has an IEP, please submit the Evaluation Report and most recent IEP. Note that there will also be a technology fee of $75 per student and a lunch duty fee of $50 per family. These two fees are paid in the following manner: 1. If tuition is paid in full, the fees are due at the same time. If tuition is paid via Smart, the fees will be added to your monthly tuition payment. 2. In addition, there is an ipad insurance fee in grades six through eight of $75 per student that is due prior to the student receiving his/her ipad. If you have any questions regarding registration, contact Beth Sheldon at bsheldon@holyrosaryregional.com. Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul The Basilica conducts an evangelization ministry with Cathedral Ambassadors. This enthusiastic group of trained Ambassadors staffs the Basilica every day of the week and is comprised of volunteer parishioners from all over the Archdiocese. They answer questions, offer assistance and give tours. Cathedral Ambassadors provide a personal presence in the Basilica. They put a face on the Church. Cathedral Ambassadors are assigned 4-hour shifts. The schedule is flexible one day or more a month. They are provided training and materials to support their evangelization ministry. Learn more about our Cathedral Basilica at For more information on the Ambassador Program and/ or to become an Ambassador, please contact Nick or Louise Pascale, coordinators of the program, at npascale@archphila.org. Volunteers Needed Holy Rosary Regional Catholic School HRRCS would like to invite retired, senior-citizen, and interested parishioners to come to the school on Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. to read one-on -one with Holy Rosary second graders. Studies show that students benefit greatly when they have the chance to both read to and be read to on a one-on-one basis. Volunteers need to have a Pennsylvania Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse History Clearance. Holy Rosary staff will assist volunteers with the clearance process. If you are interested, contact Lisa Moran at (610) or lmoran@holyrosaryregional.com Spring Workshops for Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion Cathedral Chapel of Saints Peter and Paul, Philadelphia Saturday, Apr. 18, from 10 a.m Noon. Saint Katherine of Siena, Northeast Philadelphia Thursday, Apr. 23, from 7-9 p.m Spring Workshops for Lectors 7-9 PM Saint Alphonsus, Maple Glen. Wednesday, Mar. 4 Cathedral Chapel of Saints Peter and Paul, Philadelphia Wednesday, Mar. 18 Saint Katherine of Siena, Philadelphia Wednesday, Apr. 22 Register for these workshops directly at the Office for Divine Worship website worship/events/events.htm. FORMS: evangelization/worship/forms/form_exm.php. For more information, call the Office for Divine Worship at (215) or worship@adphila.org. Pro-Life Rose Devotion to Mary For the benefit of those new to our parish, or not aware of this devotion, following are the details of our ongoing Pro -Life Rose Devotion to Mary. The Respect Life Committee (RLC) of our parish sponsors a devotion to Mary consisting of a specially selected, beautiful rose, which adorns the Blessed Mother s shrine for a week beginning Saturday. Roses can be sponsored by individuals in memory of the deceased, or for a special intention for the living. Proceeds are used by EOL s Respect Life Committee to support various pro-life activities. They are an important source of income. The Rose is very popular and it fills up very fast. Don t miss on those specific dates. To sponsor a rose, please do the following: Call Lydia Hayward at the Parish Office to reserve the date (610) Send a $10 donation to Lydia, to schedule the rose for your date (checks may be payable to the Respect Life Committee). Epiphany of Our Lord Church - January 4, 2015 Page 4

5 Commitment to Life Annual Pro-Life March Epiphany Parish s annual bus trip to Washington, D. C. March for Life Thursday, Jan. 22, 2015 Our bus will leave Epiphany parking lot at 6:45 a.m. sharp and return at approximately 9:30 p.m. Cost per adult is $20. Cost per student (elementary, H.S. or college) is $5. For lunch we recommend that the marchers bring a bag lunch or eat at the Basilica. We will stop for a coffee break on the way up. Our goal is to arrive in time for Archbishop Chaput s 10 a.m. Mass at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception (where we park). Those not wanting to participate in the march can stay at the shrine. On the way home, we will stop for dinner. Cost approximately $14. Sign up promptly to facilitate planning. Sign up sheets are located in the church vestibule. Provide your Name and Phone #. If you have questions, call Bernie Toth (610) of the Respect Life Committee. Epiphany of Our Lord Church - January 4, 2015 Page 5

6 Adoration Chapel Votive Candle MASS INTENTIONS Monday, Jan. 5 8:30 a.m. David Burkle Tuesday, Jan. 6 8:30 a.m. John Galshack Wednesday, Jan 7 8:30 a.m. Juana Pieguez Thursday, Jan. 8 8:30 a.m. Peggy & Stanley Borzelleca Friday, Jan. 9 8:30 a.m. Alfonso Taglianetti Saturday, Jan. 10 8:30 a.m. Sara DeGregorio Altar Flowers For the benefit of those new to our parish, or not aware of this devotion, following are the details of our Altar Flowers Donations. The Art and Environment volunteers are devoted to make the altar look beautiful for every occasion. Arrangements can be sponsored by individuals in memory of the deceased, or for a special intention for the living. Your donation to the Altar Flowers helps our altar look beautiful. Call Lydia Hayward at the Parish Office (610) to reserve the date. Stewardship is a way of life. Tithing is God s Plan for Giving. Due to the holiday deadline for printing, the tithe information is not available for this week. Thank you for your continued support! Dec. 21 Ed Matulewicz Jan. 4 Debbie Miller Dec. 21 Mildred Matulewicz Jan. 4 Lenore Phipps Dec. 21 Ella Bielski Jan. 4 Lawrence Butler, Sr. Dec. 21 Mike Bielski Please Remember in your Prayers Willis H. Koch Who died Dec. 22 Father of Constance, Patricia, Michael, Paul & James Koch Charles Monteleone Who died Dec. 22 Father of Janet, Susanne, Michele, Charles & Thomas Ebola Crisis Appeal Jan. 4 Sara Rossman Archbishop Chaput has asked parishes to consider taking up a voluntary collection. In response to his request, our Ebola Crisis Voluntary Appeal will take place next weekend, Jan There are no church envelopes for this special collection. From the Pastor: Congratulations and prayerful best wishes to all as we celebrate our parish patronal feast day on this solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord. With God s grace, we continue to manifest Christ to the world. Robert Auch* Miriam Beaumont* Bartholomew Cahan Maureen Cahan Stacy Callahan, 8yrs Old Kathy Fonash* Esperanza Galshack* Steven Hedricks Kathy Kane* Please Pray For The Sick Bill Keenan* John P. Kelly* Eleanor Klug Flora McVay* Helen Miller* Mary Mirabile Janet O Connor Mary Pizzico,* Deacon Bill Radetzky,* Jill Ramos Gloria Scandale* Joe Steuer* Katty Tucker Margaret Zenner *Parishioner Epiphany of Our Lord Church - January 4, 2015 Page 6

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8 Epiphany of Our Lord Church Tel (610) Fax (610) Walton Rd, Plymouth Meeting, PA Pastoral Staff Rev. Joseph J. Quindlen, Pastor Rev. James J. Kelly, In Residence (Retired) Permanent Deacons Emil J. Wernert, Michael Pascarella, Jr. William R. Radetzky (Retired), Kenneth P. Clancy (Retired) Joel M. Ziff, (Retired) Parish Staff Business Manager, Paris A. DiPietro Director of Music, Constance M. Steuer Business Secretary, Lydia Hayward Administrative Assistants* *JoAnn O Connor *Cecilia T. Dadario, part-time Information Technology Coordinator, Nicole Zimmerman, part-time Maintenance Supervisor Anthony R. Mashaintonio Church Sacristan, John F. Phipps, part-time Religious Education (215) rep@eol.comcastbiz.net Stephanie Quigley, Coordinator, part-time Carla Manno, Adm. Assistant, part-time Youth Ministry (215) ymmin@eol.comcastbiz.net Gail Toto, Coordinator, part-time Holy Rosary Regional Catholic School (610) Walton Road, Plymouth Meeting, PA Lisa S. Hoban: Principal lhoban@holyrosaryregional.com Beth Sheldon, Administrative Assistant bsheldon@holyrosaryregional.com Mass Schedule Saturday 5 p.m. Vigil (fulfills the Sunday Obligation) Sunday 7:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m., & 11:30 a.m. Daily 8:30 a.m. Monday to Saturday Holydays 7 p.m. Vigil, 8:30 a.m., 12:05 & 7 p.m. Confessions Saturday 3:30-4:30 p.m. & by appointment Parish Office Hours Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. After 4:30 p.m. by appointment only Closed for lunch: 12 p.m.-1 p.m. Saturday By appointment only Sunday By appointment only A mail slot is located in the rectory front door. Perpetual Adoration Chapel In order to keep our Perpetual Adoration Chapel open 24/7, we need your help. Please ask a family member or friend to consider spending time with our Eucharistic Lord Jesus. You can come to HIM, to praise and adore HIM or to pour out one s heart to HIM, to ask for inspiration, to be consoled and comforted, to ask for favors and guidance, and to give thanks. Please call Elaine Thorpe at (610) If you can commit to any of the following Open Hours: SUNDAY: MONDAY: TUESDAY: WEDNESDAY: THURSDAY: FRIDAY: SATURDAY: Parish Office Requests To register in the parish, arrange for a baptism, or request a Certificate of Eligibility for sponsorship at Baptism or Confirmation, contact the rectory Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. ( is preferable). Also, please advise our office staff of any change of address, telephone number or family status. Anointing of the Sick First Saturday of the month during 8:30 a.m. Mass or by special request. Please notify the rectory as soon as possible when any parishioner becomes seriously ill or is admitted to the hospital. Baptism Baptisms are celebrated after the 11:30 a.m. Mass every Sunday, with the option of 5-6AM, 12-1 PM,1-2PM, 3-4PM, 8-9PM 5-6AM, 11AM-12PM, 4-5PM 5-6AM, 11AM-12Noon, 2-3PM, 4-5PM, 9-10PM 4-5PM, 5-6 PM 6-7PM, 7-8PM, 10-11PM 5-6AM, 3-4PM, 6-7PM, 7-8PM, 9-10PM, 10-11PM 11AM-12PM, 12-1PM, 1-2PM, 3-4PM, 7-8PM, 9-10PM Baptism during the 11:30 a.m. Mass on the fifth Sunday of the month. Both first-time parents must attend a Pre- Jordan class, which is held the first Wednesday of every month. Pre-Registration for the class is required by contacting the rectory. Sponsors not from Epiphany are required to submit a Certificate of Eligibility from their parish two weeks prior to the Baptism. Marriage Notify the priest of your intention to marry at least six months before the date of the wedding to assure sufficient preparation and to arrange for Pre-Cana sessions. Pre-Cana Days are held in March and October. Miraculous Medal Perpetual Novena After 8:30 a.m. Mass every Saturday. May every day of the new year glow with good cheer and happiness for you and your family. Happy New Year! NOTE: We are asking the men of the parish to cover the early morning times. Please do not leave any religious articles in the chapel, ie, books, magazines, metals, prayer cards, rosaries, etc. Epiphany of Our Lord Church - January 4, 2015 Page 7